The tradition of "amateur" engagement with Ercolano began in the 1700s when local residents and European elites first encountered the buried city.
The theatrical tradition runs deep in the shadow of Vesuvius. While Naples has its grand opera houses, Ercolano has its courtyards and piazzas. The tradition of "amateur" engagement with Ercolano began
: This interactive digital guide uses augmented reality (AR) and games—like virtual javelin throwing or mosaic restoration—to turn historical learning into a participatory media experience. : This interactive digital guide uses augmented reality
: The Ercolano Archaeological Park App
A popular community account (translated as "You are from Ercolano if...") that shares user-generated content, reels, and photos of local life and hidden corners of the city. and stories) on visitors' smartphones.
The Evolution of Media and Entertainment in Ercolano: From Roman Grandeur to Modern Digital Content
: This official tool uses Bluetooth beacons to trigger contextualized content (animations, 3D models, and stories) on visitors' smartphones.